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Welcome to The Grove Ferry

Built in the Georgian period, our old girl has some history. In days gone past, she's been a lavender farm and a small hotel for railway passengers travelling to Kent. Now, she's an award-winning riverside inn with six beautiful en-suite rooms on the 2nd floor and a large, cosy pub on the ground floor. She's also the only pub in Kent that offers riverboat trips.
Three of our rooms face onto the Great River Stour, two have a riverside balcony and the remaining three present a view of the Stodmarsh Nature Reserve, one of the most protected wetlands in the UK and the world.
We offer a personal service that is homely, honest and friendly. If you're searching for a uber-luxury stay, we're not it. If however you're looking for a country escape, a home away from home, then you've found us. We pride ourselves in being the place you can make your own, walk around in socks, sit by the fire with your morning paper and a coffee.
Help us feed the chickens, ducks and pigs in the morning if you'd like or go hunting for eggs with the kids; we have some great family rooms in our hotel. You can also head across the road for a walk in the reserve, go for a relaxing boat trip (open from March to September), explore Canterbury's historical buildings or spend an afternoon canoeing or kayaking along the River Stour. If you fancy a spot of shopping, there's also Ashford designer outlet!

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The Grove Ferry UpstreetCanterburyKent01227 860302784.651

Grove Ferry Stay55

The accomadation was very quirky and individualised but was lovely.

Dawn Talbot
- 5th Nov, 2017Verified Review

Fantastic Hotel55

Great hotel, very friendly staff, lovely location, one of the best places I have stayed

Martin Davies
- 4th Nov, 2017Verified Review

Lovely Friday Night Stay45

En route to visit friends in Broadstairs we decided to break the journey here. It\'s a beautiful spot, beside the river stour. Our room was spacious, comfy bed, the most enormous bath ! NIce dinner and breakfast, friendly and helpful staff, plus a rather nice group of rare breed pigs who are there to welcome you.

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Ann leo
- 17th Oct, 2017Verified Review

Good Stop Over45

This is an excellent hotel for visiting Canterbury,only 15 minutes drive to park and ride. Good service for breakfast, and dinner.

Food we had was excellent. Room adequate, setting lovely.

Janet Johnson
- 22nd Sep, 2017Verified Review

Noisy25

Kept awake by the air con unit below Juniper room window

Bathroom ventilators are automatic and switch off 30 mins after the bathroom light is switched off

Old building=thin walls and floors. A very noisy family awoke early and prepares to leave with no consideration for the noise they were making at such an early hour

Such a lovely spot. Spoiled by above and hence the price of 160GBP for a room for the night rather hatdto swalloe

Oliver Green
- 21st Aug, 2017Verified Review

Response from Hotel

Dear Mr. Green,

So sorry to read your stay here hasn\'t been as exceptional as we strive it to be.

We\'ll look at a way to either shut down aircon at night or soundproof it in any way. Thank you so much for your feedback!

As for your overnight neighbours, we\'re sorry to hear about that ;-(

We do hope you have enjoyed your stay in our pub though, and we\'d be delighted to see you pop in again.

Cheers!

The Grove Ferry Team.

Nice Room And Pub45

The room was a good size and the bathroom was large, albeit without a bath. The curtains were paper thin and quite shabby. The beds felt old, with pinging springs, squishy mattresses and flat pillows. My daughter\'s single bed was on casters and rolled all over the floor when she moved. Eventually she fell out of bed. A nice location, with a nice pub downstairs. Didn\'t hang around for breakfast, so can\'t comment on the food. Helpful staff.

Marie Little
- 21st Aug, 2017Verified Review

Lovely Stay45

Really nice room overlooking the river with balcony and breakfast all for less than a travellodge will come back again soon

Matthew Robson
- 8th Aug, 2017Verified Review

Lovely Stay45

Really nice room overlooking the river with balcony and breakfast all for less than a travellodge will come back again soon

Matthew Robson
- 8th Aug, 2017Verified Review

One Night Stay45

Lovely location along side the river. Our room was very spacious, and well designed with a Victorian theme. Food was good and staff were friendly.

First impressions of the grove ferry didn\'t disappoint, fantastic setting, gorgeous building, smell of good food cooking. Rooms were large, quirkily decorated and very clean. Our only disappointment was that could not have a cooked breakfast early enough before we headed off for work - but - the staff were brilliant in organising cereal and sore made sandwich for us all for the morning, really appreciated this. Evening food was exceptional too. Every member if staff we met from manager to cleaner was polite, chatty, curious, well done grove ferry inn! A bit expensive to stay purely for work but would love to come back to have a more relaxing stay in your superb pub.

Chris Pound
- 17th Jun, 2017Verified Review

Requested Review45

A very pleasant location and staff friendly.

Room nice with a balcony overlooking the river. Shower very small with no shelf to place soap etcetera which was annoying - but not the end of the world.

Breakfast a bit farcical as no eggs available for a full English breakfast although cress piled up on top, no offer of toast and tomato not fully grilled.

Would stay there again but could have been an even nicer experience without these niggles.

Nick Billingham
- 14th Jun, 2017Verified Review

More Shabby Than Sheek15

We had the room Gooseberry. There was green mould between the shower doors. Every time you turned over in bed the springs went bang.I had fish and chips in a gluten free batter. They should have the option of ordinary batter. the gluten free was like concrete. Sorry will not be returning. Service at breakfast was non existant. Had to go and ask for a second cup of coffee.

John Coulling
- 3rd Jun, 2017Verified Review

Great Pub45

Will be there again.

Mr. Gunther Winkle
- 30th May, 2017Verified Review

Perfect Place55

This was a perfect choice the staff were first class friendly and efficient.the location was perfect I got very high praise from My Wife for finding such an idyllic place. The rooms were very comfortable and the food was fantastic, we would recommend the Grove Ferry to anyone. 5stars all the way.

Ken Pigram
- 10th May, 2017Verified Review

Lovely Jubbly45

A relaxing stay, an enchanting English gem.

Andrea Lane
- 20th Apr, 2017Verified Review

Happiness @ The Grove Ferry Inn55

Fantastic staff at Grove Ferry Inn. All our needs were met,with friendliness, alongside a \'nothing is too much bother\' attitude. I would recommend a stay. The Inn is a gem, coupled with beautiful natural surroundings. We had breakfast & an evening meal during our stay and both were delicious! A very big thank-you to all the staff during our short stay.

Mrs. Sarah Newman
- 11th Apr, 2017Verified Review

Hidden Gem45

We stayed here for one night and were pleased with our choice. The Grove Ferry is tucked away in a beautiful spot yet with easy reach of towns such as Whitstable and Herne Bay. The food was of a good standard. The room was an ideal size and over-looked the nearby river. Highly recommended.

Paul Richards
- 8th Apr, 2017Verified Review

Danso Family55

Thank you for welcoming us at \'The Grove Ferry\'\'. Great service, stylish room and fab location. We will certainly be back!

claire danso
- 6th Apr, 2017Verified Review

2 Night Break45

Had a lovely stay, the children really enjoyed feeding the pigs, they\'re a great attraction. Staff couldn\'t have been more welcoming or helpful. My son was sad to leave.

Yvette Bryan
- 6th Apr, 2017Verified Review

5 Star Service From Everyone55

Excellent service Highly recommended

Tom Whittaker
- 19th Dec, 2016Verified Review

Saturday 19/12/1645

We had a lovely stay at the Grove Ferry, using it as our base for attending a local wedding. The welcome was warm and genuine and we enjoyed a quick snack (the soup of the day and warm crusty bread) before changing and heading off to the service. Our room was clean, cosy and comfortable and we slept soundly after our return from the reception. Breakfast was excellent - the eggs cooked just right and really tasty local sausages.

We plan to return in the summer to get to know the area better and do some walking.

Mr. Richard Thomas
- 12th Dec, 2016Verified Review

A River Retreat.45

We both had a lovely time, all the staff were very friendly and went that extra mile to make our stay enjoyable. Lovely setting by the river, would love to go back in the summer.

The only negative was I thought the price included breakfast so I was a bit shocked when we got charge for it when we handed the keys in.

Thomas Stagg
- 5th Dec, 2016Verified Review

Warm Welcome45

we were so warmly welcomed and taken care of throughout our stay. My 1 year old grandson had a lovely time.

Christine Everitt
- 1st Dec, 2016Verified Review

Weekend Away55

We had an amazing stay, so relaxing. All the staff were brilliant and made us feel at home.

Book it if you want a boutique Inn, don\'t if you want a polished sterile cororate experience. A little Kent gem 😉

Gary Adams
- 24th Aug, 2015Verified Review

Very Good55

We stayed for one night only, but it was very enjoyable. The staff are very friendly and helpful and the service was very good. This inn is in a very beautiful location. The room was clean and tidy, very basic but still very nice and value for money. The food was excellent. We very much enjoyed our one night stay. We will visit again.

Great venue, friendly and very accommodating staff, varied menu and good selection of drinks.

John Kenwood
- 7th Aug, 2015Verified Review

Wonderful Stay55

Fantastic location Brilliant stay

Amazing staff so friendly and helpful We would certainly recommend. The room was spacious crisp clean sheets and just perfect for our needs. The food was excellent too

Carol
- 30th Jun, 2015Verified Review

Very Welcoming55

Lovely welcome and attentive service from all the team. Comfy bed and lovely setting

Gill Hardwicke
- 15th Jun, 2015Verified Review

Bolt Hole For The Night Following A Party - June 201555

My male partner and I had a fab stay in this lovely quiet Kent inn and hotel. We ordered a refreshing gin and tonic on arrival and relaxed for a while pre-party. Following our night out we came back to a quiet room with a comfy bed and a peaceful night\'s sleep.

Sarah Pitcher
- 15th Jun, 2015Verified Review

Mr And Mrs Smith.55

brilliant stay really friendly staff

Mrs Kerry Smith
- 4th May, 2015Verified Review

Response from Hotel

Hello Kerry,

Thanks for posting a review. And I\'m so glad you had a brilliant stay and all the staff were very friendly.

All the best,

Billy

What A Find !55

Thank you Katie and all the staff to make our 1 night break so relaxing. We enjoyed everything : from the food, to the inviting nestbox door of our room over an excellent vegetarian breakfast.

We will be back (with Belgian Chocolats) !

Debock
- 30th Apr, 2015Verified Review

Happy55

Very welcoming and attentive.

Nick Adkins
- 23rd Apr, 2015Verified Review

A Country Experience, But Close To Everything.45

Comfortable, laid back, friendly folk work here. We had a great stay and will be back for more in a week or so. Great country location, step outside the door to interesting walks and sunny courtyards. Breakfast could have been earlier, but suited us most days. Charming hostess Katie was loads of fun and couldn\'t have been more helpful.

Linda Bishop
- 22nd Apr, 2015Verified Review

Response from Hotel

Hello Linda,

Thanks for taking time to give us some feedback.

I\'m glad you appreciate our personable and relaxed approach it\'s not everyone\'s cup of tea so it\'s nice to hear that you do like it.

We can do breakfast hampers for days that you need to get out and about early on, I\'m not sure if it was mentioned to you while you stayed with us, apologies if it wasn\'t.

I\'ll definitely be passing on the compliments to Katie, that\'ll brighten her day for sure.

Hope to have you come back and visit again soon!

All the best,

Billy & The Groveferry Team

Rating Of Stay55

Lovely surroundings, very relaxing, very comfortable bed, if there was any criticism at all it would be a lack of a wardrobe and a bath in the bathroom.but I realise that it was an en.suite, and most do not have a bath. A smaller t.v hung on the wall would also make space for a dressing table, which most women appreciate. The staff were outstanding,and nothing was too much trouble. They create a warm and friendly atmosphere, we will definitely be back again very soon. And we are looking forward to it already.

Mr. Mccluskey
- 22nd Apr, 2015Verified Review

Beautiful Inn!55

Recently stayed with 2 other friends as a brthday trip for one of them. The inn was quirky and characteristic, clean, good value for money and all the staff were friendly and helpful! Couldn\'t be happier, I plan to come back another time!

Emily Bye
- 21st Apr, 2015Verified Review

Response from Hotel

Thank you so much Emily! I am so pleased you enjoyed your recent stay with us at the Groveferry. We hope you\'ll be in our neck of the woods again soon, maybe for your birthday?

All the best until the next time,

Billy & The Groveferry Team

Enjoyed Our Stay!45

Excellent stay for one night. Quirky and fun staff. Some furnishings and fittings a little tired. Good food.

Dont be put off by the slightly tatty exterior. This is a very different pub and a great deal of fun.

Thank you so much for your kind comments. I\'m glad you enjoyed all aspects of your visits. Hopefully, the next time you visit we can keep you longer than just the one night.

All the best,

Billy & The Groveferry Team

One Night In Kent55

If you are travelling through Kent, you would be hard put to find a friendlier genuine place. Stay all around the South for many years and this is in the top few. Hope all the staff do well in life, with your honest approach and good fun attitude you should.

Nigel Austin
- 4th Apr, 2015Verified Review

Response from Hotel

Hello Nigel,

Thank you for your genuine and friendly review! We\'ll be sure to try our best to do well and same to you. I hope you\'ll be coming back to the South in the near future as we\'d very much like you to come stay with us again.

All the best,

Billy & The Groveferry Team

Nice Over Night Get Away55

Staff are so friendly and rooms are so inviting and homely, cant wait to stay again.

Nicholas Grimshaw
- 31st Mar, 2015Verified Review

Response from Hotel

Hi Nicholas,

Thank you for taking the time to write a review, we really appreciate it.

It\'s always a pleasure to get such lovely compliments.

I hope we get to see you again soon!

All the best,

Billy & The Groveferry Team

Wonderful Night In Kent55

The grove ferry inn was a delight to stay at from start to finish. A beautiful grade two listed building complete with pigs and caravan out front. The staff were helpful and friendly, the atmosphere was relaxed, the room was large and comfortable and the food was brilliant. Can\'t fault it and can\'t wait to go back! Thanks everybody.

Lizzie Mcwilliam
- 30th Mar, 2015Verified Review

Response from Hotel

Hi Lizzie,

Thank you so much for such a lovely review. I\'m so glad you had such a great stay with us.

We can\'t wait to have you back!

Hope to see you again soon.

All the best,

Billy & The Groveferry Team

Grove Ferry35

I had a beautiful room overlooking the river for an overnight stay. Spacious, comfortable, with a warm welcome.

I was left a packed breakfast outside my room overnight, as I had to leave before the 9 O\'Clock start time for serving.

Ms. Valerie Packham
- 27th Mar, 2015Verified Review

What A Great Place To Stay45

If you like a great breakfast, lovely menus, homemade pickles and jams and much more plus fun and friendly staff in a lovely location at a very reasonable price - then this is the place for you! Probably the best breakfast we have EVER had -amazing mushrooms:)oh, and our room was lovely too - Juniper.

Ricci Mason
- 27th Mar, 2015Verified Review

Loved It55

We loved are stay at the grove ferry inn the staff were very frendly the room was lovely,a big comfortable bed,large TV,we had a fish and chip meal there and it was huge you didn\'t need a desert I wish we could have stayed longer,

Rosemary Rees
- 24th Mar, 2015Verified Review

2 Nights At The Grove Ferry55

Everybody at the Grove Ferry was very friendly and helpfull, you made us feel at home. We enjoyed our stay.

Jan Maes
- 19th Mar, 2015Verified Review

Grove Ferry Long Weekend55

thank you for a really enjoyable stay , very well looked after , nothing was to much trouble .

Great setting , great food .

Marie Barrett
- 15th Mar, 2015Verified Review

Fabulous Fun By The River55

Didn\'t really know what to expect as its February and cold!! But the welcome at the grove ferry inn made up for the chill. A relaxed, welcoming place that makes you want to kick off your shoes the second you walk through the door. My daughter (Who is five) loved its magical air, with a sign welcoming unicorns amongst other things at the door. the food was excellent, the rooms atmospheric and keeping with the history of the inn. Can\'t wait to go back when it\'s warmer! - outside that is.

Amanda Waters
- 22nd Feb, 2015Verified Review

Lovely Stay55

Thank you for a wonderful half-term break. The food was delicious, the décor was delightfully quirky and the atmosphere lovely and relaxed. Really enjoyed the walk on the marsh and exploring the surrounding countryside.

Fiona Thompson
- 20th Feb, 2015Verified Review

Response from Hotel

Hello Fiona,

Thank you for taking the time to write such a lovely review, we really appreciate any and all feedback.

I\'m glad you had such a nice time with us, it is nice to get away from it all and just take in that countryside atmosphere isn\'t it?

Hopefully, you\'ll venture out to see us again sometime soon.

All the best,

Billy & The Groveferry Team

Grove Ferry Visit55

The Grove Ferry is a fun and friendly place to stay, we were made very welcome by all the staff,comfortable, clean well looked after rooms. Food was exceptional, would highly recommend a stay when visiting the area.

Jason Davey
- 19th Feb, 2015Verified Review

Response from Hotel

Hello Jason,

Thank you for taking the time to write such a lovely review, we really appreciate any and all feedback.

I\'m glad you had such a nice time with us and hopefully we\'ll get to see you again some time soon.

All the best,

Billy & The Groveferry Team

Had A Great Weekend55

Superb homely hotel with a lot of quirky items and customer service that was second to none, real fires and overlooking the Stour, breakfast eggs and bacon from the garden what more could you ask for, thoroughly enjoyed our stay and hopefully get back soon for that excellent breakfast, rooms very spacious and clean with all amenities that were needed

James Jones
- 27th Jan, 2015Verified Review

Response from Hotel

Hello James,

Thank you for taking the time to write a review and for your kind words.

I\'m glad you had such a lovely stay with us.

Hopefully, you\'ll come see us again soon!

All the best,

Billy & The Groveferry Team

Brilliant!55

really nice B&B, excellent food & drinks. Great family room, really enjoyed full monty breakfast. Super friendly and dynamic staff. Can\'t wait to visit again in Summer and combine with a boat trip on the river. Must do!

Mr. SVEN STUER
- 7th Jan, 2015Verified Review

Response from Hotel

Hello Sven,

Thanks for taking the time to write a review, we really appreciate it.

I\'m glad you had such a lovely time with us. See you in the Summer!

Best wishes,

Billy & The Groveferry Team

Great Stay55

We loved the Grove Ferry Inn and thought it was really quirky.

The staff were so friendly.

We would definitely stay there again.

Stephanie Lofts
- 5th Jan, 2015Verified Review

Response from Hotel

Hello Stephanie,

Thanks for taking the time to write a review, we really appreciate it.

I\'m glad you had such a lovely time with us. Hopefully, we\'ll get to see you again soon.

Best wishes,

Billy & The Groveferry Team

Excellent Pub Restaurant And Hotel55

We love the grove pantry pub !!!

All of The staff is wonderfull ...and the new Manager too!!!

Thank you very much

A bientot !!

Mr. Stephen Caron
- 4th Jan, 2015Verified Review

Response from Hotel

Hello Stephen,

Thanks for taking the time to write a review, we really appreciate it.

I\'m glad you had such a lovely time with us, hopefully we shall see you again?

Best wishes,

Billy & the Groveferry Team

New Years Eve At The Grove Ferry.55

We spent NYE at the Grove Ferry & had a wonderful time. Lucy, Katie & all the staff there made us most welcome & our stay most memorable. The 4 course evening meal was fantastic followed by live entertainment. We could not wish for a better evening to end our year. All the staff know how to look after their guests. In our opinion there is no place better place to spend your time away from home.

Aubrey Attwood
- 2nd Jan, 2015Verified Review

Proper Country Comfort Delivered By Enthusiastic And Kind Youngsters55

This is the place to relax in traditional country house style. Beautiful walks on the doorstep, delicious food using local ingredients, a proper bar and welcoming and helpful staff.

Penelope Langdon
- 31st Dec, 2014Verified Review

A Must Stop - You Won\'t Be Disappointed55

The pictures really do this place justice but the country charm and genuine hospitality was a surprising delight.

Either passing through the area or looking for a short getaway, you\'ll be pleased to have made the stop.

Great food, wine and the biggest breakfast you\'ll come across. The rooms are massive and characteristic.

Wonderful setting and fantastic walks - wellies provided free!

Can\'t wait to stay again (or get married here!)

Ian Davie
- 30th Dec, 2014Verified Review

Response from Hotel

Hello Ian,

Thanks for taking the time to write such a lovely review. I\'m glad you had such a nice stay with us.

Hopefully, we shall see you again soon, either for a sleepover or a wedding!

All the best,

Billy and The Groveferry Team

Excellent55

Second visit to this hotel. Staff very friendly and helpful. Food was excellent, one of the reasons we came back. Highly recommended.

Mr. Chris McTighe
- 16th Dec, 2014Verified Review

Response from Hotel

Hello Chris,

Glad you had such a lovely stay with us. Thanks for taking the time to give us a review, we really appreciate it.

Hope you had a wonderful Christmas and have a fantastic New Years.

Hopefully, we shall see you again soon.

Best wishes,

Billy & The Groveferry Team

The Very Best55

Wow what a place, Kate and all the staff are a real asset, the food, selection of real ales & wines, ambiance etc. all make one fantastic package,just sorry we could only stay one night but we will back. PS: loved the room as well

Keith Beckton
- 10th Dec, 2014Verified Review

Response from Hotel

Hello Keith,

Glad to hear you had such a great stay with us.

Thank you for taking the time to write such a lovely review. We really appreciate it.

Hope you had a wonderful Christmas and have a fantastic New Years.

Hopefully, we shall see you again soon!

Best wishes,

Billy & The Groveferry Team

What A Great Place And People55

Well what can I say about Grove Ferry Inn without sounding like I own the place!!!

The team were fantastic(Kate, Lucy and Jack), great sense of humour,warm,welcoming and just brilliant. The food British Tapas, out of this world, different, delicious, exciting and cooked to perfection and presented on a portable table. Our room (JUNIPER) was everything and more you could wish for. Grove Ferry Inn was just amazeballs.

Tracy Hurcombe
- 8th Dec, 2014Verified Review

Response from Hotel

Hello Tracy,

Glad you had such a great stay with us.

Thank you for taking the time to write such a lovely review, I\'m sure you\'re kind words will brighten up the team\'s day.

Hope you had a fantastic Christmas and have a super New Years too!

Hopefully, we shall see you again soon.

Best wishes,

The Groveferry Team

Little Gem55

Spent one night here on a business trip. The staff were amazing, making you feel completely at home. Had to conduct a couple of one-to-one meetings and was shown the best area for use of Wi-Fi and staff there to provide drinks as needed but left in privacy for meetings. Really comfy bed and food delicious. Hope to have the opportunity to stay again.

Ann Dakin
- 4th Dec, 2014Verified Review

Response from Hotel

Hello Ann,

We\'re glad you had such a lovely time and thank you for taking the time to write such a nice review, it\'s much appreciated.

Hope you had a wonderful Christmas and have a fantastic New Years too!

Hopefully, we shall see you again soon.

Best wishes,

The Groveferry Team

Excellent From Start To Finish55

I\'m the kind of person who always gives constructive feedback but I can honestly say this place was so amazing to stay at that I couldn\'t find anything to feedback.

Russel Howes
- 4th Dec, 2014Verified Review

Response from Hotel

Hello Russel,

Thank you so much for saying that. That\'s very kind of you to take the time out of your day to give us your thoughts.

Glad you had such a wonderful stay with us.

We hope you had a wonderful Christmas and have a fantastic New Years too!

Best wishes,

The Groveferry Team

Out Of This World55

What a wonderful surprise!! Superb accommodation, excellent food (and beer!!) and personal service to the highest standard I\'ve ever encountered.

Many thanks Katie and team, well done

Lynne Bailey
- 27th Nov, 2014Verified Review

Fantastic Stay55

My boyfriend and I stayed for 1 night on a Friday night the other weekend. It was really nice and we enjoyed our stay a lot. We wished we had chosen to stay 2 nights! The room was lovely, maybe a little basic but for 1 night that\'s not a problem. The food was fantastic, both at dinner and for breakfast. Finally the staff were ever so welcoming and friendly. We will definitely be staying again at some point in the future!

Miss. Alice Pepper
- 24th Nov, 2014Verified Review

Can It Get Any Better?55

I\'m not sure I want to share my experience of The Grove Ferry with anyone else, because it\'s just too good and everyone will want to go there. So I\'ll just say thanks. Perfection.

Peter Benson
- 22nd Nov, 2014Verified Review

Home From Home55

This was our second stay at The Grove Ferry and again as was true of the first time round it didn\'t disappoint.

We stayed in the Elderflower room which looked out on to the river and had a balcony which would be spot on during the summer months.

Again we ate in the pub that evening and the food was nothing short of superb all locally sourced then knocked up in the kitchen to produce a culinary delight same goes for the breakfast the next morning.

The staff there have found the perfect mix of creating a relaxed atmosphere but at the same time making sure their there for their customers every need. We plan to stay over during the summer to explore the lovely countryside that surrounds this rare gem that is The Grove Ferry Pantry Pub.

We both have no problem recommending it and have done so already on many occasion.

Mr. Dan Harper
- 10th Nov, 2014Verified Review

Best Of British!!45

Good value for money. Staff very friendly and accommodating. Lovely rustic country feel, breakfast was excellent. Will be returning to area on family visit 2015... we will definitely return.

Gerry BLAIR
- 5th Nov, 2014Verified Review

Anniversary55

Just returned from a lovely night away at the grove ferry inn , Lucy and her staff made us feel extremely welcome and the visit was very relaxing .. Food was great and so was our room .. We now need another excuse to visit again

just a short note to say how much we enjoyed our stay. The room was excellent with a wonderful view of the river. The complementary popcorn and the tea, coffee selection was a really nice touch. The breakfast was a delicious start to our day, but best of all was the warm welcome and friendliness that you all gave us. Wish we had stayed longer. Many thanks

john and Karen

Mr. John Brace
- 7th Sep, 2014Verified Review

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